{"id":2050606,"date":"2024-10-19T11:38:18","date_gmt":"2024-10-19T16:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2050606"},"modified":"2024-10-19T11:38:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-19T16:38:18","slug":"date-caramel","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/date-caramel\/","title":{"rendered":"Date Caramel"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for an alternative to traditional caramel? This simple date caramel is not exactly the same as a sugar-and-cream <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/salted-caramel-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/salted-caramel-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">salted caramel sauce<\/a>, but it is surprisingly luscious, sweet and sticky. The sweet paste contains no added sugar and can be used to craft <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-desserts-for-kids\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-desserts-for-kids\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">healthy desserts for kids<\/a> or anywhere else you want to add some extra sweetness. It&#8217;s also a snap to make and contains dairy-free, vegan-friendly ingredients.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Make Date Caramel<\/h2>\n<p>This four-ingredient date caramel is made by pureeing dates, hot water, vanilla extract and salt. We found that a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-food-processors\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-food-processors\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">food processor<\/a> is the best tool for breaking down fibrous dates into a smooth puree. You could use a high-powered blender, but the caramel has a thick consistency, so you&#8217;ll want to make sure to scrape the sides and possibly add additional liquid to get it to blend correctly.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Date Caramel<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Dates are naturally sticky and sweet, so they&#8217;re a perfect choice for making dairy-free caramel. We recommend using pitted dates to make the prep work easier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hot water: <\/strong>Hot water helps soften the dates so they&#8217;re easier to process.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla extract: <\/strong>Vanilla extract infuses the caramel with complex flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt: <\/strong>Just a bit of salt heightens the natural date sweetness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Soak the dates<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2066430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Date-Caramel_TOHD24_278150_SoniaBozzo_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Pitted Dates Covered With Water Inside Bowl\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Place the dates in a bowl, and cover with hot water. Let sit for 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Blend the caramel<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Date-Caramel_TOHD24_278150_SoniaBozzo_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Blended Dates Inside Food Processor\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Place the dates and water in a food processor, then add the vanilla and salt. Puree until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Thin with additional water, if desired.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip: <\/em>Depending on the moisture content of your dates, you may end up with a thick paste. If you want a thinner, more sauce-like consistency, add a little additional water.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Date-Caramel_TOHD24_278150_SoniaBozzo_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Date Caramel Inside Small Glass Jar\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Date Caramel Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use milk instead of water: <\/strong>To make a creamier caramel, use milk instead of water. You can keep it vegan by using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/non-dairy-milk-alternatives\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/non-dairy-milk-alternatives\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">nondairy milk alternatives<\/a> like almond or coconut milk. Each type of milk will yield a slightly different taste and texture, so experiment and see what you like!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make chocolate caramel: <\/strong>Before pureeing the ingredients, add cocoa powder to make a chocolate caramel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add sugar and spice: <\/strong>Warm up the caramel with cozy baking spices like ground cinnamon, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pumpkin pie spice<\/a> or cardamom powder. These additions will turn your caramel into a fall-inspired treat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stir in nut butter:\u00a0<\/strong>If you want to turn the caramel into a spread for topping toast, try adding your favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-healthy-nut-butters\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-healthy-nut-butters\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">healthy nut butter<\/a> to the food processor before pureeing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Date Caramel<\/h2>\n<p>Store date caramel in a jar with a tightly fitted lid. Keep it in the refrigerator for up to four days.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze date caramel?<\/h3>\n<p>You can freeze date caramel for up to three months. For easy portioning, freeze the caramel in ice cube trays, then transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe zipper top bag once frozen solid. Thaw in the refrigerator when ready to use.<\/p>\n<h2>Date Caramel Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Date-Caramel_TOHD24_278150_SoniaBozzo_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Date Caramel Inside Small Glass Jar\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What are the best dates for caramel?<\/h3>\n<p>There are a few different varieties of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-are-dates\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-are-dates\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">dates<\/a>, and all will make a lovely, rich-tasting caramel. The most important part is finding dates that are still soft and sticky. Older dates have less moisture and won&#8217;t blend easily into a soft caramel. If your dates are slightly dry, increase the hot water soaking time from 10 to 30 minutes to help rehydrate them for smoother processing.<\/p>\n<h3>How can you use date caramel?<\/h3>\n<p>We like to eat date caramel with a spoon straight from the jar, but there are several other delicious ways to use this recipe. Dollop it over ice cream, swirl it into hot oatmeal, layer it in a yogurt parfait with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-stovetop-granola\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-stovetop-granola\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">quick stovetop granola<\/a>, use it as a dip for apple slices or spread it onto <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fluffy-pumpkin-pancakes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fluffy-pumpkin-pancakes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pumpkin pancakes<\/a>. (Come to think of it, maybe you should double the batch!)<\/p>\n<h3>How do you make a pourable date caramel?<\/h3>\n<p>Depending on your dates, the caramel may be a thick, spreadable paste, but you can make it pourable by thinning it with additional water. If you really want a sauce you can dribble and drizzle, consider adding 1\/2 cup of a sticky sweetener like date syrup, coconut nectar, honey or brown rice syrup. This addition will increase the caramel&#8217;s sugar content, but it will also turn it into a true date caramel sauce.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This date caramel recipe is for all caramel lovers trying to make healthier choices. 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